Claims Assistant / Adjuster Trainee Job at Opti Staffing Group, Anchorage, AK

  • Opti Staffing Group
  • Anchorage, AK

Job Description

About the Role

Our client, an established Anchorage-based insurance organization, is seeking a detail-oriented Claims Assistant / Adjuster Trainee to join its claims team. This is a great place to work, with an excellent benefits package and a supportive team environment. Reporting to the Claims Adjuster, this role provides primary administrative and technical support to the claims department, maintains official records, and serves as the front-desk receptionist for the office. It's a great opportunity for someone with insurance or claims experience who wants to grow toward an adjuster role, with hands-on exposure to Alaska Workers' Compensation.

What You'll Do

  • Set up new claims and maintain accurate electronic files in the claims system
  • Process incoming mail and scan documents, verifying that every page is captured
  • Prepare correspondence and respond to inquiries from claimants, members, medical providers, and vendors
  • Prepare and process medical bills for audit, enter bills for payment, and issue payments with complete backup documentation
  • Request medical records and manage the discovery process
  • Research disputed medical billings
  • Arrange travel for injured workers
  • Prepare insurance claim kits
  • Serve as primary receptionist, answering phones and greeting visitors with professionalism
  • Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

  • Prior experience as a claims assistant or in a comparable insurance industry role
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
  • Typing speed of 40+ WPM with minimal errors
  • Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong reasoning skills and the ability to learn state and federal reporting requirements, the Alaska Workers' Compensation Act, and related legal processes
  • Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to stay focused on detailed work for extended periods
  • A calm, professional demeanor under tight deadlines and pressure
  • Valid Alaska driver's license with a good driving record
  • Ability to obtain Alaska Notary Public certification within 90 days of hire

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • This position is 100% in office, with continual computer use
  • Occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs
  • Occasional travel to remote Alaska communities, including by small aircraft, sometimes in challenging weather
  • Occasional overtime may be required
  • This is a non-exempt (hourly) position

Benefits

  • Medical and Rx (2 plan options), dental, and vision insurance, with 85% of premiums paid by the employer
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Employer-paid basic life, AD&D, and $10,000 spouse life insurance, plus supplemental life available at employee cost
  • 401(k) with 5% employer match
  • Employer-paid defined benefit pension plan
  • Leave accrual starting at 14 hours per month in year one
  • 11 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
  • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Professional development opportunities

PAY IS DOE

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Traineeship, Work at office, Remote work

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